Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Officers (APS5) & Sen

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Officers (APS5) & Sen

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking to fill the role of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Officer (APS5) and Senior Community Engagement Officer (APS6).

About the role

We are looking for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Officers and Senior Community Engagement Officers to help the ABS connect and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities; and ensure cultural support and guidance is provided to ABS staff.

APS 5 Responsibilities include :

• Engage with urban and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their organisations, and the wider community about statistics and statistical issues related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through collaborating and partnering to increase understanding of, and participation in, ABS collections.
• Return information to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, including the provision of statistical training to communities in order to increase their access and usage of ABS information; and improve the quality and relevance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander statistics for key stakeholders including meeting the needs of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
• Provide support to ABS staff in engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their organisations, and the wider community.

APS 6 Responsibilities include :

What we are looking for (selection criteria)

This role is only open to people that identify and are recognised as Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander, under the Affirmative Measures Guidelines. This is your opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring the Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander voice and needs are embedded into our work outputs.

To be suitable as a Community Engagement Officer (APS5) you will have most, or all, of the following skills, qualities and experience :

In addition to the above, as a Community Engagement Manager (APS6), you will also be expected to demonstrate your :

How toapply

To apply, complete an online application form on the ABS e-recruitment system.

You will need to upload your current resume. Shortlisting will be based on resume only, so please ensure it highlights your skills, qualities and experience relevant for the role (refer to Section 1 of the Application Information Kit). Maximum resume length - 5 pages.

Applications close at 11 : 30 p.m. AEDT on Wednesday 9 July 2025 . Late applications will not be accepted.

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The ABS is Australia’s national statistical agency, providing trusted official statistics on a wide range of economic, social, population and environmental matters of importance to Australia.

The ABS also has an important leadership role, coordinating statistical activities and collaborating with official bodies in the collection, compilation, analysis and distribution of statistics. This assists in maximising the value of government investment on these activities, and ensures outputs are fit-for-purpose.

The ABS statistical programs are supported by service areas which deliver assistance and advice on statistical methods, data and metadata management, information technology, client management, dissemination, human resources and other corporate services. The ABS also has an important coordination function with respect to the statistical activities of other official bodies, both in Australia and overseas.

The ABS is Australia’s national statistical agency, providing trusted official statistics on a wide range of economic, social, population and environmental matters of importance to Australia.

The ABS also has an important leadership role, coordinating statistical activities and collaborating with official bodies in the collection, compilation, analysis and distribution of statistics. This assists in maximising the value of government investment on these activities, and ensures outputs are fit-for-purpose.

The ABS statistical programs are supported by service areas which deliver assistance and advice on statistical methods, data and metadata management, information technology, client management, dissemination, human resources and other corporate services. The ABS also has an important coordination function with respect to the statistical activities of other official bodies, both in Australia and overseas.

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